Dick's Sporting Goods
Top 3 ranked picks for every softball category — 12 categories · 36 picks
Bats
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Fastpitch Bat -12 (USA/ASA)
Required for most youth fastpitch leagues
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Fastpitch Bat -10
Older youth and travel fastpitch
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T-Ball Softball Bat (Ages 4–6)
Starter bat for youngest players
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Gloves & Mitts
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Youth Softball Glove (11"–12")
Deeper pocket — infield and outfield
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Catcher's Mitt (Fastpitch)
Wide padded mitt for catching
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First Base Softball Mitt
Wide scoop design — first basemen
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Helmets & Protection
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Softball Batting Helmet + Facemask
NOCSAE — face guard required in most leagues
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Catcher's Helmet + Throat Guard
Full catching protection set
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Fielder's Face Mask (Pitcher)
Extra protection — highly recommended
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Cleats & Footwear
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Youth Softball Cleats Molded
Rubber studs — all ages
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Metal Cleats Softball (12U+)
Allowed at older age divisions
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Turf Trainers for Softball
Cage and turf practice sessions
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Apparel & Uniforms
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Softball Pants (Knicker or Full)
Game and practice pants
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Sliding Shorts with Padding
Under-pant padding for base stealing
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Compression Undershirt Long Sleeve
Sun and warmth for spring games
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Training Equipment
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Batting Tee Adjustable
Foundational hitting tool — all ages
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Pitching Training Aid (Windmill)
Develop fastpitch windmill motion
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Resistance Band Pitching Kit
Arm strength and throwing mechanics
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Home Training Tools
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Softball Rebounder Net
Solo fielding, throwing, and hitting
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Pitching Mat with Stride Marker
Train windmill delivery at home
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Net and Tee Combo Set
Full backyard hitting station
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Field Apparatus
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Rubber Home Plate
Standard — digs into dirt
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Pitcher's Rubber
Regulation pitching rubber
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Base Set (3 Bags + Home)
Set up a diamond anywhere
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Bags & Accessories
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Softball Backpack with Bat Sleeve
Bat, glove, helmet — everything fits
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Batting Gloves Fastpitch
Grip and vibration reduction
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Ball Bucket (Coach's)
Hold 30+ softballs — padded seat
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Folding Dugout Chair
Players and parents — compact carry
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Team Equipment Cart (Rolling)
Roll all gear to the field
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Tailgate / Bench / Stands
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Heated Fleece Vest (Battery Powered)
Battery-powered warmth — 3 heat settings, full zip fleece — Early morning games and cold-weather seasons — LI fall/spring
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Heated Jacket (Battery Powered)
Full insulated heated jacket — USB rechargeable battery included — Heated jacket — battery powered warmth for cold sidelines
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Parents Folding Chair (Heavy Duty)
Heavy-duty padded folding chair with carry bag — Heavy-duty zero-gravity or folding chair — sideline all day
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Zero Gravity Reclining Chair
Full recline — padded armrests, cup holder, carry strap — All-day comfort for long tournament and double-header days
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Folding Wagon / Sports Cart
Collapsible heavy-duty wagon — 150 lb capacity, fits all gear — Haul bat bags, chairs, cooler — dugout and parking lot essential
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Bleacher Seat with Back Support
Foldable stadium seat — padded cushion and adjustable back — Stadium seat with back — stands comfort for long games
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Portable Heated Blanket (USB / Battery)
Wearable or lap blanket — USB-powered for sideline use — Cold weather games and early morning practices — parents essential
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Hand Warmers (Rechargeable + Disposable Pack)
Rechargeable electric hand warmer + disposable pack for backup — Keep hands warm between plays and through full games
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Pop-Up Canopy Tent (10x10)
Instant setup — aluminum frame, stakes included, carry bag — Team sideline shade and rain cover — tournament and game day essential
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